Police hunt arsonist after family's West Lothian store 'deliberately' set on fire

Eliburn Mini Market in Livingston has been reduced to a shell (Image: Daniel Milburn / Facebook)

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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, along with local police officers rushed to the scene but it was too late.

While no one was injured in the fire, the inferno has destroyed the shop which has been left with extensive damage.

Police are now looking to track down those responsible for the fire and are urging anyone with information to get in touch immediately.

Detective Sergeant Graham Garvie from Livingston Police Office said: “This fire was set deliberately and we are working to track down whoever is responsible for this crime.

“We have been carrying out enquiries in the local area and we will be viewing CCTV footage from in and around Jackson Place to gather more information.

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“At this time I would ask anyone who seen anything suspicious in the area, or anyone with information that may assist our investigation to contact Livingston Police Office through 101 quoting reference number 0309 of 5May.

"Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”